One of mine died and I think I have to remove the entire assembly and take it apart to remove the bulb. *If I have to do this I was thinking of replacing it with an off-the-shelf unit. *Anyone know why this wouldn't be OK? *Diesel engine, no combustible fumes in the ER and lots of starter motors.

I have been removing all of the old FL's and 12V bulbs from our fixtures. Instead I have installed LED's that come in waterproof strings....less power consumptions and far better lighting.... Got them from http://www.superbrightleds.com They have not only strings and whatnot...but also fixtures....and the prices are good.

JAT wrote:
I have been removing all of the old FL's and 12V bulbs from our fixtures. Instead I have installed LED's that come in waterproof strings....less power consumptions and far better lighting.... Got them from http://www.superbrightleds.com They have not only strings and whatnot...but also fixtures....and the prices are good.

The Eagle came with one 4 ft florescent over the 671.* I changed it to two 4 ft, one each side and two 2 ft on each side of the gen set. Each fixture as a off on switch, but I usually leave the one by the entrance on as it usually enough light to see what I am looking for.* There are also 12 volts lights, but with two gen sets and inverter we have always had AC power.* Its been 12+ years with several inspections, with no comment/write up*but the Eagle is diesel.* I would not sure if florescent would be use if gas.* The Eagle does have a fire extinguish, which I just had check/service last week.*

Thanks. I couldn't think of a reason why a residential fixture wouldn't work in this case. I looked at LED's and they are nice but since this is the 120 volt lighting system (as opposed to the 12 which I also have) they aren't cheap and I couldn't figure out if they would be bright enough. Because the fixture I went to buy had no bulbs, I ended up being a wuss and buying a replacement bulb. Depending on how aggravated I get replacing it tomorrow will decide if another trip to Lowes is needed.

My boat has off the shelf units installed. (230 Volt / 50 Hz in these parts of the world). As I do not have a house*inverter (yet), the ER will be pitch black if the generator or dock supply were to fail.

If*I were to install new lighting today, I would do as JAT and go for LED.

I used fluorescent work-lights from Northern Tool; $20 each, individual switch,*socket outlet and ready-wired. Plastic body with polycarbonate sleeve to protect the bulb. The reflector can be positioned to suit. See top right and above genset.

I am very grateful for this thread and comments as our KK42 is still configured with incandescent dome lights that collectively draw about 5 amps when on. I am looking forward to replacing them. Thanks for the comments.

So I figured out how to get the bulb out - a major accomplishment! I picked up a 24 inch bulb at Lowes but - who knew - the bulbs and fixtures from my Chinese built hull are 23 1/2 inches, not 24!!! I looked at modifying the fixture but it would require complete removal and then using my drill press. I decided this was getting ridiculous so I'm picking up a new fixture from Lowes for $19.95 and another bulb and replacing the whole damn thing.

I'm with you Magicbus!! *
Those 12 volt lights are to dim, I was always dragging a trouble light around with me, just to check oil, water levels and when checking for fluid leaks.* Finally I bought a Lowe's under cupboard florescent light and it worked great.* I started out with one in the engine room and quickly added five more.

Amazing grace had been outfitted with 4 florescent fixtures (2 bulbs in each) by a PO. The fixtures were "open", no cover. As only one bulb in each fixture would work, I removed all 4 and replaced with LED fixtures from Lowes (about $50 ea.); tied into the wiring for the old fixtures. I opted to retain the 120V connection as I can run the LEDs thru the inverter. The ER is now bright enough to be a hospital ER.
Bill Noftsinger
Amazing Grace